Work hard, it is important to have a good work ethic and to always be open to facing new challenges. An open mind is very important as the financial services industry is one that has undergone and will continue to undergo many changes. An appetite for learning is also very important as the need to broaden ones knowledge is paramount.

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their best operating under supervisors who give clear guidelines, and performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.

To view Mature Entry requirements, or alternative requirements, please visit Qualifax or the Colleges' website from the links available in the Course Details section above.

QQI FET/FETAC Links

This course does not appear to accept applicants with Further Education and Training (FET) awards. Please check with the college directly - sometimes this data is not published openly, or special arrangements may be available.

Career Progression

Graduates go on to work as professional veterinarians in mixed small animal, farm animal or equine practice. In Ireland, most of the positions available are in mixed veterinary practice. With the current, rapidly evolving economy, the structure of the profession is changing with a move towards larger and more specialist practices.

Veterinarians also play important roles in the protection of public health, in research into diseases, and in other areas such as conservation and wildlife protection.

Increasing numbers of graduates are pursuing research in both the public and private sectors.

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